Mahal rug history

The Mahal( Mahallat) rug is a handmade Iranian rug woven in the Mahallat region near Arak (the capital of Markazi Province). The Arak region has a very rich history of rug weaving. The Ziegler Company opened its office in the region in 1883. The company was initially an importer of English goods, but by setting up a rug manufacturing workshop in the Arak region, it was able to supply many carpets from this region to European and American countries.

                                                      Mahal, Iran

What is a mahal rug?

The Mahallat produced very high-quality rugs. The Mahal rugs were very popular in these markets due to their large dimensions, beautiful designs, and attractive colors. The design of the Mahal rugs is a combination of traditional Iranian art and Western tastes. Other important rugs from the Arak region include the Sarouk rug and the Lilian rug, which are exquisite pieces.

Features of Mahal rugs

• Mahal area rugs are usually coarsely woven and have a low density.
• Vertical looms are used for Mahal rugs.
• The quality of the wool in Mahal carpets is very high, which makes them soft and durable.
• Sheep wool is used for the pile and cotton for the warp and weft.
• In the past, weavers in the Mahal region used vegetable dyes for dyeing. Now, chemical dyes are also used.
• Antique Mahal rugs are among the environmentally friendly rugs.
• Mahal carpets, like Farahan rugs, are very durable and have a long lifespan.

                        Mahal rug Herati Fish design

You can read about eco friendly rugs: Our Earth Needs Green Eco-Friendly Rugs

How to identify Mahal rugs?

• The knot density is lower than urban carpets such as Tabriz rugs and Isfahan rugs.
• Mahal carpets are often produced in large sizes.
• Red, khaki, blue, indigo, and ivory are the dominant colors of these carpets.
• Mahal rugs are woven with Farsi(asymmetrical knots).
• It has a large bold medallion and Herati fish motifs.

                                  Antique Mahal rug

Mahal rug for sale

Mahal rugs, which are completely hand-woven, like other handmade Iranian rugs, are beautiful and extraordinary, making any home look great. Each of these carpets is a work of art that carries the heritage of Iranian history and culture. Mahal carpets are now among the favorite carpets of collectors and lovers of Iranian carpets. The price of Mahal rugs depends on their age. It is certain that antique Mahal rugs are very valuable and have a relatively high price. If you are planning to buy authentic Mahal rugs, you can contact the experts of the Vernacarpets online collection.

                       Mahal rug Herati Fish design